Don't be deceived again! Distinguish chalcedony from jade in 30 seconds!！

For a long time, jade , Hetian jade, and jasper have been precious types of collectible jade, with high-quality pieces commanding high prices. However, many merchants, in an attempt to cut costs, sell "chalcedony" as jadeite to consumers. To help you avoid misunderstandings when choosing between jadeite and chalcedony, here is some knowledge about their differences.

Because chalcedony and jadeite look similar, many people confuse the two. However, distinguishing them is not difficult:

❗️ In terms of luster, high-quality jadeite and chalcedony both exhibit a glassy sheen, but jadeite's luster is not as clear and bright as chalcedony's.

❗️ In terms of weight, jadeite is denser than chalcedony, making jadeite feel heavier in hand.

❗️ In terms of internal structure, jadeite has an interwoven fibrous structure, whereas chalcedony has a granular structure.

❗️ In terms of sound, gently striking two pieces of jadeite together produces a clear and resonant sound, while striking two pieces of chalcedony together produces a dull sound.

❗️ In terms of value, jadeite is among the most valuable types of jade, while chalcedony remains in the low-price range.

These points make it easy to distinguish between jadeite and chalcedony. However, there are still some misconceptions to avoid, such as opting for white translucent ice-type jadeite products. If you are not an expert, it is difficult to visually distinguish them from white chalcedony substitutes, which can lead to pitfalls.

Of course, the lower general price of chalcedony does not mean it lacks value. Renowned brands use it masterfully in their designs. Chalcedony is hard, delicate, smooth, translucent, and richly colored. Natural chalcedony is used in many high-end designs, such as Cartier's chalcedony amulet pendants, Bulgari's chalcedony Diva pendants, and Van Cleef & Arpels' blue chalcedony flower bracelets. These pieces are all beautiful and luxurious in appearance.

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